The war in Gaza
Continuous coverage of the events and developments of the war in the Gaza Strip.
"The Jerusalem Tunnel": A Shocking American Message and a Reinforcement of the Legitimacy of Occupation
The participation of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in the opening of the "Jerusalem Tunnel" beneath the Old City alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sparked a storm of political and legal controversy.
Israel Facing Isolation: A Late Admission and Arrows of Criticism Towards Netanyahu
Netanyahu's admission of isolation is not just a political slip of the tongue, but a clear declaration of Israel entering a phase of international exposure, where propaganda can no longer hide the effects of the catastrophic Gaza war.
Does the Doha Summit Open the Doors to Confrontation? Qatar in the Crosshairs of Israel and Arabs Threaten to Respond
Amid rising regional tensions, this article discusses the dimensions of the emergency Doha Summit that came in response to the Israeli aggression against the Qatari capital, raising a fundamental question about the effectiveness of the Arab and Islamic response, and the possibility of the political confrontation turning into a direct conflict.
Netanyahu Attacks Qatar Amid Doha Summit: Accusations of Blockade and Firm Qatari Response
In a new political escalation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attacked the State of Qatar, accusing it of leading international efforts aimed at imposing a blockade on Israel, in statements made to the "Jerusalem Post" coinciding with the holding of the emergency Arab Islamic summit in the Qatari capital, Doha, today, Monday.
Qatari Foreign Ministry: The Israeli Aggression on Doha is a Message of Disdain for Peace and a Violation of the International Order
In a statement reflecting the extent of Qatari discontent with the Israeli escalation, the spokesperson for the Qatari Foreign Ministry confirmed today, Monday, that the attack on Doha is a clear message that Israel does not care about mediation efforts or peace initiatives, noting that targeting the mediator at this time shows a deliberate disdain for all diplomatic initiatives.
Egypt Revokes Citizenship of Three Members of the Brotherhood After Attack on Its Mission in New York
In a decisive step reflecting a strict official stance towards attacks on diplomatic missions, the Egyptian government decided, today Monday, to revoke the citizenship of three individuals from one family belonging to the Muslim Brotherhood, after their involvement in an attack on the Egyptian mission in New York last August.
United Nations Special Rapporteur on Human Rights: Israel Makes Gaza 'Unlivable'
The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the occupied Palestinian territories, Francesca Albanese, warned that the Israeli attack on the city of Gaza, the largest urban area in the sector
Israeli Airstrike by Drone Targets Car in Southern Lebanon, Resulting in One Death and Several Injuries
Lebanese authorities announced on Sunday that one person was killed and others were injured in an Israeli airstrike targeting a car between the towns of Tulin and Qalaouiyeh in southern Lebanon.
Ansar Allah announces a drone attack on Ramon Airport and a target in the Negev
The group "Ansar Allah" issued a statement confirming the execution of a drone operation targeting Ramon Airport in the city of Eilat and the Negev region with four drones.
The Collapse of the 'Abraham Accords' Looms Ahead.. The Former Israeli Ambassador to the UAE Issues a Warning
The former Israeli ambassador to the UAE, Amir Hayek, warned of what he called an imminent danger threatening the future of the 'Abraham Accords' due to recent developments in the region.
Draft Statement of the Doha Summit: Comprehensive Rejection of Israeli Aggression and Affirmation of Arab and Islamic Unity
In the draft final statement of the Arab Islamic summit held in the Qatari capital, Doha, today Sunday, the participating countries expressed a unified and firm stance towards the recent Israeli aggression against the State of Qatar, affirming their absolute rejection of any attempts to justify this aggression under any pretext, considering it a blatant violation of national sovereignty and international law.
Netanyahu Ends Prisoners Consultations Ahead of Reoccupation of Gaza Amid Mass Displacement and Humanitarian Warnings
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu concluded today, Sunday, a three-hour consultation regarding the file of prisoners held in the Gaza Strip, just before the start of a large-scale military operation to reoccupy the city of Gaza, according to Israeli media reports.
Pro-Palestine protests halt the final stage of the Vuelta a España cycling race
The Spanish capital, Madrid, witnessed an unprecedented event on Sunday in the history of the "La Vuelta" cycling race, as the twenty-first and final stage of the eightieth edition was definitively halted, 56 kilometers before the finish line, following the invasion of pro-Palestine demonstrators onto the race course, according to the organizers.
Mass Displacement in Gaza Under Israeli Bombardment and Warnings of a Humanitarian Catastrophe
The city of Gaza is witnessing a large-scale displacement of residents towards the southern areas, either on foot or using primitive vehicles, amid the intensification of the Israeli army's strikes on the city after nearly two years of war.
Israeli bombardment destroys 26 shelters in Gaza and ongoing mass displacement
Israel escalates unprecedentedly in Gaza .. destroyed shelters, intense bombardment, and mass displacement amid international warnings of an imminent humanitarian disaster.
Ben Gvir considers the London demonstration a "global awakening against Islamic extremism" amid counter-protests
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir described the massive demonstration that took place in London, organized by the far-right, as part of the "global awakening against the dominance of Islamic extremism, violence, and terrorism."
Rubio: Our Dispute with Israel Over the Qatar Attack "Will Not Change American Support"
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that the disagreement with Tel Aviv regarding the recent Israeli airstrike on the Qatari capital, Doha, will not affect the nature of the strategic relationship between Washington and Israel.
Rising Diplomatic Tension .. Netanyahu Threatens Hamas Leaders in Qatar: "Eliminating Them is a Condition for Ending the War"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu renewed his threat to the Hamas leaders residing in Qatar, considering them to be the "main obstacle" to reaching a ceasefire agreement in Gaza.
The Arab Islamic Summit: A Critical Test of Unity in Response to Israeli Escalation
Doha will host an emergency Arab Islamic summit on Monday, marking a pivotal moment in the course of the Palestinian crisis, just days after the bold Israeli strike on the Qatari capital. This summit has transformed from a mere traditional diplomatic gathering into a crucial indicator of the Arab and Islamic worlds' ability to overcome differences and face common challenges.
The Israeli army expands its operations in Gaza and urges civilians to move south
Amid the escalation of Israeli military movements around the city of Gaza, the Israeli army has called on the city's residents for the last time to leave and head towards the southern part of the strip, in preparation for expected military operations.